Abdominal injuries can be caused by blunt force or penetrating trauma, such as from contact sports or automobile accidents. Diagnosis is made through scans, and a ruptured spleen may require surgery. Penetrating injuries, such as gunshot wounds, can cause internal bleeding and damage to organs. Symptoms include nausea, weakness, and abdominal pain.
Abdominal injuries can be caused by blunt force trauma or an injury that penetrates the abdominal wall. Some abdominal injuries are caused by contact sports, while others are the result of automobile accidents, just to name a few. Abdominal injuries can also be classified as closed and open injuries, depending on whether the skin has been punctured or punctured. Other types of abdominal injuries can involve major organs such as the liver and spleen.
Doctors can make a diagnosis of abdominal injuries by performing a scan of the abdomen. If a patient has received blunt trauma, whether caused by physical assault or accident, her symptoms may prompt a procedure known as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These procedures allow you to recognize internal injuries and bleeding that would otherwise go undetected. CT scans take just a few minutes to complete, while an MRI can take half an hour or more.
A ruptured spleen is a type of abdominal injury that often requires surgery. This type of abdominal injury is also referred to as a splenic rupture and is most commonly caused by blunt force. The spleen is an elongated organ located in the upper left region of the abdomen. This organ works primarily in conjunction with the body’s immune system to protect itself from foreign material and pathogens.
Trauma surgeons typically perform procedures on patients with splenic ruptures. Left untreated, a ruptured spleen can lead to extensive internal bleeding and shock. Bleeding occurs due to the large amount of blood this organ filters. An injury of this nature could be life-threatening in many cases. Surgical treatment for a ruptured spleen typically involves removing the damaged organ and stopping any internal bleeding.
Any type of penetrating injury to the abdomen can cause extensive internal bleeding. Another type of related abdominal injury is a strangulated intestine. Strangulated hernias are another type of abdominal injury. In some cases, a hernia becomes strangulated if left untreated for an extended period of time.
An example of a penetrating injury to the abdomen is one resulting from a gunshot wound. This can cause bleeding and rupture or damage to internal organs, such as the liver or spleen. A punctured liver can result from the trauma of a gunshot or a stab wound. The most common symptoms of internal injuries are nausea or vomiting, weakness, and pain or tenderness around the abdomen.
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